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Will the AI boom hold or collapse?
The surge of investment, geopolitical pressure, and mounting doubts about AI’s true capabilities is creating a moment of tension that could redefine the future of the entire tech industry.
OpenAI launches nationwide AI initiative in Australia
Partnerships with NEXTDC, CommBank, Coles, and Wesfarmers aim to provide AI training to over 1.2 million Australians.
EU partners with EIB to support AI gigafactories
Partnership aims to translate Europe’s AI vision into concrete projects that strengthen computing infrastructure and industrial growth.
€700 million crypto fraud network spanning Europe broken up
Police raids in multiple countries have exposed a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam targeting thousands of victims with fake investment platforms.
Russia blocks Snapchat and FaceTime access
Authorities restrict major communication apps as Russia blocks Snapchat and limits FaceTime, driving users toward state services instead of global platforms.
Porn site fined £1m for ignoring UK child safety age checks
Ofcom has issued a record fine to a porn company that ignored legally required age verification in the UK.
Google launches Workspace Studio for AI-powered automation
Early adopters report up to 90% faster workflow completion, with AI agents handling emails, reminders, legal notices, and team collaboration tasks.
Campaigning in the age of generative AI
Generative AI is reshaping political campaigns through tailored persuasion, multilingual outreach and automated content, but its rise also raises serious concerns about misinformation and democratic integrity.
New AI stroke-imaging tool halves time to treatment
An AI-powered imaging tool is helping doctors detect strokes more quickly, enabling faster treatment and giving patients a better shot at recovery.
Japanese high-schooler suspected of hacking net-cafe chain using AI
Japanese police have issued an arrest warrant for a 17-year-old accused of using a programme created with AI to carry out a cyberattack that compromised data on millions of customers.
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